Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for juiciness)
- 4 brioche burger buns
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles
- Onions (optional)
- Ketchup and mustard for serving
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure they’re fresh and ready to use.
- Season the ground beef with salt and pepper and shape it into four ¾-inch thick patties.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over high heat, then cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, adding cheese in the last minute.
- Toast the brioche buns on the grill until golden brown.
- Assemble the burgers starting with the bottom bun, adding lettuce, the cheese-topped patty, tomato slices, pickles, and onions if desired; finish with ketchup and mustard and the top bun.
Notes
- Store any leftover cooked patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
- Add spices like garlic powder or Worcestershire sauce to enhance patties’ flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg